Your Ponte Vedra Veterinarians
Get to know some of the best veterinarians in Ponte Vedra, FL!
The doctors here at Crosswater Animal Hospital are devoted to your pet's specific needs. Our trained professionals utilize state-of-the-art technologies and veterinary practices to ensure your pet lives a happier, more healthy life. Please take a moment to get to know our veterinarians, and see for yourself how we can provide the highest standards in the veterinary industry for you and your pet.
Carissa Hottinger, DVM
Dr. Carissa Hottinger has been a relief veterinarian at Crosswater Animal Hospital since June 2017. She grew up in Jacksonville, Florida and has always had a love and appreciation for all animals. Dr. Hottinger graduated Cum Laude from the University of North Florida in 1996 with a Bachelor of Science in Biology. She attended veterinary school at the University of Florida graduating in 2005. During her time there she received various scholarships and was involved in research that resulted in a published journal article. She is a proud member of the AVMA and the JVMS. Internal medicine, dermatology and surgery are areas of special interest to Dr. Hottinger.
Dr. Hottinger and her family own two pets; a long haired chihuahua named Tulu and a domestic short hair tuxedo named Meatball. In her free time, she enjoys traveling, live music and outdoor activities.
Raina Pannee, DMV
Many years ago, Dr. Raina adopted a stray puppy—unaware at the time that this small, sick pup would change her life forever. Frequent visits to the veterinary hospital while caring for that puppy became the spark that ignited her passion for veterinary medicine. Though the work was demanding, the experience revealed the profound bond between people and their pets and ultimately set the course for her career.
Today, Dr. Raina is fortunate to witness and share that same special bond every day in the clinic with clients and their beloved animals.
Dr. Raina graduated with honors from Oklahoma State University in 2013. In 2017, she relocated from West Virginia to the Jacksonville area in search of warmer weather—and Florida has not disappointed. She has since welcomed two young boys to her family, both of whom have already developed a fascination with animals and the excitement of life in a veterinary hospital.